Transun Arctic Spirit 2020

A R C TI C S PIRI T AD VE N T U R ES O N T H E N O RT H E RN L I G H T S RO U T E

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›› | WELCOME

WELCOME Welcome to our Arctic Spirit 2019-2020 brochure, filled with our latest selection of trips to Europe’s last unspoiled wilderness, where the snow is crisp, the air is pure, and adventures await.

Our tours take you to Lapland’s

For over 35 years, we have been

north western arm in the far north

creating travel experiences all

of Sweden and Finland. Set on

around the world. As pioneers of

Scandinavia’s Official Northern Lights

travel to Lapland, Transun know

Route, where the fabled Aurora

the region inside out and have an

Borealis frequently grace the night

unrivalled level of local knowledge.

sky, our specially-selected locations lie

Our specially-designed breaks

in a region of unspoiled beauty and

show Lapland at its truest and our

a land steeped in myths and legends.

dedicated team will ensure that

Here, deep within the Arctic Circle,

everything is taken care of along

you’ll experience the unique charm of

the way.

True Lapland.

As winter holidays go, adventures in There is much to love here: the silence

the Arctic Circle with Transun are right

of wide-open spaces, the beauty

up there with the best. Let’s make

of pine trees decked with layers of

your next holiday one to remember…

freshly fallen snow and the cleanest air in the world. And here too, you will discover a host of winter activities and experiences that will leave you exhilarated, recharged and eager to return.

CONTENTS ›› TRUE LAPLAND WITH THE EXPERTS

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›› UNIQUE RESORTS 16 - 27 ›› ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2019-2020 28 - 41 ›› OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS 42 - 47 ›› ESSENTIAL INFORMATION 48 - 53 ›› DATES AND DEPARTURES 54 - 55

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›› | TRUE LAPLAND WITH THE EXPERTS

TRUE LAPLAND

TRUE

When you travel to Lapland with Transun, you couldn’t be in more experienced hands. We’ve been in the travel business for over thirty-five years, designing and delivering specialist holidays for our clients. We know the region inside out and work closely with our partners in Finland and Sweden to create a range of exciting winter holidays, exclusive to Transun.

This is a unique corner of the world, unspoiled and extraordinary. It’s no wonder we want to share its secrets with those who, like us, value the true luxury of unspoiled

LAPLAND

nature, wide open spaces and an unsullied environment.

We’ll take you further north than other operators to unique locations far away from overcrowded, commercial resorts to ensure you enjoy a winter holiday like no other.

WITH THE EXPERTS

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›› | TRUE LAPLAND WITH THE EXPERTS

TRAVEL WITH THE EXPERTS All of our tours are crafted by our experienced team of specialists, each of whom have visited Lapland personally and hand-picked the selection of hotels and excursions.

Only Lapland’s ‘truest’ will do. We’ve spent years and decades traversing the offerings of Lapland and cultivating the best holidays that the region can offer. The tours in our Arctic Spirit collection will show Lapland at its finest, and ‘truest’ - just as you imagined; providing memories to last a lifetime. And don’t just take our word for it – our awards, voted for by those who have travelled with us, speak for themselves!

›› EXCLUSIVE TO US:

›› AWARD-WINNING:

The hotels and tours offered in this

We are proud to have received many

brochure have been chosen for their

accolades over the years, and none

unique offerings not available

more so than the British Travel Awards,

elsewhere and remain exclusive to

which are voted for by those who

the guests of Transun!

have travelled with us. The hotels we feature have also been awarded

›› HERE TO HELP:

various honours, and rank among

Our friendly reservations team and

some of the best hotels in Finland.

overseas representatives are available to ensure an enjoyable

›› FANTASTIC VALUE:

holiday from the moment you receive

Our holidays are based on a

the brochure, to the moment you

full-board basis and include a host of

return home!

Arctic safaris – there are no hidden extras in the small print!

We have a dedicated team of overseas representatives who will meet you as you land at Enontekio.

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›› | TRUE LAPLAND WITH THE EXPERTS

ENONTEKIO SWEDEN

FINLAND NORWAY

COME FLY WITH US Transun are proud to offer the widest selection of departure airports from the UK to Lapland – more than any other operator. Our direct charter service, exclusive to Transun, operates to Enontekio Airport in the far north of Finland.

We fly from 17 UK airports, making it easier for you to reach Lapland from your local point of departure.

In addition, due to the small size of Enontekio airport, all Transun guests benefit from a fast and efficient service when

ABERDEEN

GLASGOW

landing and boarding.

NEWCASTLE

›› DIRECT FLIGHTS

›› FLIGHT TRANSFERS

Fly direct from 17 UK airports,

Coach transfers to and from the resort

avoiding lengthy stop overs at

are arranged to meet your flights.

BELFAST ISLE OF MAN

Helsinki or Stockholm.

LEEDS BRADFORD

›› AIRPORT PARKING ›› INFLIGHT MEAL

You can now book UK airport car

Inflight meals are included on all

parking with us at selected airports.

MANCHESTER

flights in November & December.

Between January and March

›› SEAT SELECTION

there is a buy-on-board service.

On selected flights we offer a seat

EAST MIDLANDS BIRMINGHAM

selection service which allows you to ›› LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE

HUMBERSIDE

DONCASTER SHEFFIELD

NORWICH

choose your preferred seat.

An allowance of 18kg of hold and 5kg of cabin luggage per person is included.

BRISTOL

LONDON STANSTED

LONDON GATWICK

FLIGHT TIME: Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes to Enontekio

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EXETER

BOURNEMOUTH

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THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

BY DR STUART CLARK

There is little that can compare to the beauty of the Northern Lights. From a subtle glow of pale light across the sky to shimmering waves of emerald green, these displays can appear at any time. They reach up into the sky, drawing our eyes towards the Universe beyond.

Seeing the Northern Lights from the magnificent Arctic landscape of Karesuando only amplifies their beauty. This village is home to just 300 people and is found in Lapland, straddling the border between Finland and Sweden. The frozen river that cuts the village serves as the border between the two countries, and the settlement is surrounded by a rolling landscape of frozen lakes and plains that provide excellent sites from which to view the Northern Lights.

›› WHAT ARE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS?

This cloud of smashed atoms hurtles

Also known as the Aurora Borealis, the

through space, seething with

Northern Lights are a mirror of cosmic

electrical and magnetic forces. Most

forces at play on the Sun, 93 million

disappear harmlessly into deep space

miles away. Each brilliant display can

but a small fraction head directly

be traced to a titanic explosion on

towards Earth. If one does strike us,

the surface of our nearest star. Each

the particles are deflected into the

solar flare explosion is extraordinary.

Polar Regions by our planet’s natural

It releases a billion times the energy

cloak of magnetism.

of an atomic bomb and usually rips

At the end of this magnetic funnel,

away a giant swathe of the Sun’s

they strike our atmosphere causing

atmosphere.

the atoms we breathe to glow, turning the sky into a theatre of light.

The Northern Lights are one of the true wonders of the natural world.

Dr Stuart Clark is an astronomer, author and novelist. His book The Sun Kings (Princeton University Press) tells the story of the largest display of the Northern Lights in history.

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KILPISJARVI KARESUANDO

ENONTEKIO

ADVENTURES ON THE NORTHERN LIGHTS ROUTE

LAPLAND The Northern Lights Route is a stretch of road which weaves through three countries in Lapland (Finland, Sweden and Norway) and is officially recognised by the governments of those countries as being one of the best places in the world to witness the spectacle of the Northern Lights. The road starts at the island city of Tromso in the north of Norway, and runs to the twin cities of Swedish Haparanda and Finnish Tornio on the Bay of Bothnia.

ARCTIC CIRCLE

SWEDEN

The Route offers excellent chances of seeing the Northern Lights because of its location, which is predominantly within the Arctic Circle. Because of the lack of FINLAND

commercial city life nearby, light pollution is virtually non-existent for the most part, which means that the Aurora’s intensity is not impaired and it appears greater than it would in cities such as Rovaniemi or Reykjavik in Iceland.

NORWAY Along the Route, which stretches for 620 kilometres, you can find some of Lapland’s best sights and attractions. From husky sledding across the Arctic tundra to snowmobiling down frozen rivers, an appearance of the Northern

OSLO HELSINKI

Lights could bless the most exhilarating of winter activities. The resorts of both Kilpisjarvi and Karesuando are located directly on the Northern Lights Route and whilst a sighting of the Aurora can never be guaranteed, your chances on an Arctic Spirit break are pretty high!

STOCKHOLM

NORTHERN LIGHTS ROUTE

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›› | TRUE LAPLAND WITH THE EXPERTS

ABOUT THE SAMI The Sami are Lapland’s indigenous people, in the same way as the Eskimos are of Greenland. The only European ethnic group to be recognised as an Aboriginal people, the Sami have been divided by national borders for centuries. They are a diverse people who speak several dialects of the Sami language.

Whilst some remain reindeer herders, many Sami have also entered the global system as writers, artists and political activists. There are some 75,000 Sami people, inhabiting a vast area - called ‘Sapmi’ in the Sami language - that stretches all the way from central Norway and Sweden, across the far north of Finland and well into Russia’s Kola peninsula. ›› THE LIFE OF THE LOCALS

›› THE ARCTIC SPIRIT

The Sami language, their national

When you come to True Lapland you

dress, reindeer farming and the joik (a

will come to the conclusion that this

traditional Sami chant traditionally a

magnificent region is magical. The

part of Sami spiritualism) are the most

ancient Samis agreed. They believed

distinctive features of the Sami culture.

everything has a spirit, not just people

The Sami national dress, or Gakti,

but animals, plants, mountains, rocks

though instantly recognisable and

and islands, as well as the earth,

predominantly red, yellow and blue,

the sea and even space. Therefore,

this actually differs from one area to

everybody was expected to move

another, thus identifying where the

quietly in the wilderness, not making

wearer’s family comes from. The Sami

a disturbance. This beautiful concept

national dress also reflects the vivid,

still prevails among the Sami.

glowing colours of the autumn leaves, a spectacular natural display.

›› THE SAMI AND THE REINDEER Reindeer became the mainstay of the Sami people since it was a source of food, tendons and sinews for sewing and leather for clothing and shoes, as well as transportation. The Sami have as many as 1,000 words for reindeer in their own language.

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›› | UNIQUE RESORTS

UNIQUE RESORTS

OUR UNIQUE

The resorts to which we operate are unique, quaint villages nestled in the imposing Arctic desert. We’ve hand-picked a selection of hotels and cabins in these resorts which offer a warm welcome and cosy stay, and often breathtaking views of the Arctic tundra – where the vast stretches of fresh snow reach to the horizon.

Our small specially-selected accommodation options range from standard rooms to traditional rustic log cabins, offering a clean and comfortable place to stay. Our travel specialists have personally stayed in the properties

RESORTS

featured and know that whichever option you choose, you’ll have a hospitable base from which to enjoy all of the activities on offer in the pristine snowy wilderness. In addition, as all of our chosen properties are way out in the depths of Lapland, they are ideally situated for optimal Aurora viewing - luck dependent of course!

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›› | UNIQUE RESORTS

KARESUANDO Many of our Arctic Spirit winter breaks are based in Karesuando, a small border village set on the edge of a vast wilderness where beauty, nature and wildlife abound. The small village of just 200 inhabitants is split into two, with one half of the village in Sweden and the other half in Finland, with the two countries being separated by a frozen river: another country, another time zone, another language, another currency are just a few strides away!

The main village sits on the Swedish side of the river Muonio, which is where the Davvi Arctic Star hotel is situated. The warm and welcoming Davvi Arctic Lodge is situated on a fellside just into Finland. The village has an attractive wood-built church - the most northerly in Sweden - as well as a handful of local shops and amenities. ›› FURS AND FABLES

and condemned priests and traders

At an intersection of roads which

who lined their own pockets at the

run to many countries, Karesuando

expense of others. The movement

has long been an important

had a profound influence on the lives

meeting point for traders. From the

of local Samis. Laestadius was invited

16th century, hunters and trappers

to join the La Recherche Expedition

flourished with Karesuando becoming

to Samiland of 1838-40. One result of

an important trading point, a

that trip was his book Fragments of

crossroads for commerce with Europe

Lappish Mythology, which recorded

and Russia and a retreat for wealthy

traditional Sami beliefs.

Swedes. The indigenous people of the north, the Sami, (see pages 14-

›› A DISTINGUISHED VISITOR

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This extraordinary place has

for witchcraft and sorcery. It was

attracted many who seek peace

not until the late 19th century that

and enlightenment amid unspoiled

such myths were replaced by the

nature. Not least, His Holiness the

understanding that True Lapland is

Dalai Lama, who visited Karesuando

a region of resplendent beauty and

in 1996, staying at the Grapes hotel,

hospitable people.

the oldest hotel in the Kiruna district.

Today, that same hotel is called the

›› A FAMOUS RESIDENT

Davvi Arctic Star and is one of the

Karesuando’s most famous resident

welcoming local hotels exclusively

was Lars Levi Laestadius, who was

offered by Transun.

the vicar there from 1826 to 1849.

Married to a Samiwoman, he was behind a radical revival movement within the Church of Sweden, called Laestadianism, which promoted a God who cared for ordinary people

TRANSFER: 1 hour from Enontekio

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›› | UNIQUE RESORTS

Twin & Double rooms Sleeps 2 - 3 People Full Board Accommodation Within main hotel building •

Ensuite bathrooms with showers

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Tea & coffee making facilities

STANDARD ROOM The Davvi Arctic Lodge hotel rooms are set on two floors in a wing that extends from the main building. There are rooms sleeping two or three, which are simply furnished and comfortable. Please note that if the rooms are utilised to their maximum capacity, storage space will be limited.

Twin & Double rooms Sleeps 2 - 3 People Full Board Accommodation 2 minute walk from hotel •

Ensuite bathrooms with showers

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Tea & coffee making facilities

THE DAVVI ARCTIC LODGE FINNISH KARESUANDO

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Sauna

LOG CABINS The wooden cabins are conveniently situated within the hotel grounds. The traditional timber-built buildings are cosy and all are en-suite (shower, WC) with a private sauna. Most cabins are semi-detached, open-plan and sleep two or three. All cabins are located just metres from the main hotel building, where meals are taken.

Twin & Double rooms

The Davvi Arctic Lodge is set on a quiet

Accommodation here is basic and offers

Sleeps 3 - 8 People

secluded hillside in Finnish Karesuando.

a warm welcome – just what is needed

Full Board Accommodation

Here, you will experience the peace

after a day in the snow!

5 minute walk from hotel

and tranquillity of this beautiful region, unsullied by mass tourism or

The centrepiece of the hotel is a beautiful

commercialisation.

restaurant, which provides spectacular hillside towards the Swedish part of Karesuando, just across the nearby border. The circular design of the restaurant is inspired by the shape of the Sami reindeer corral.

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Ensuite shower rooms

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Tea & coffee making facilities

panoramic views across snow-covered 2019

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Lounge area

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DVD player

FELL HOUSES The Fell House provides spacious, basic accommodation that is ideal for families. There are two-bedroom and threebedroom units available, each with one shower room. The Fell House is located approximately 150m from the hotel building and may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

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›› | UNIQUE RESORTS

Double Rooms Sleeps 2 people Full Board Accommodation Main hotel building or hotel annex •

Concise and cosy

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Tea & coffee making facilities

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Ensuite with shower

LAGOM ROOM (SMALL) The Lagom rooms are small and cosy, containing all the necessities required for a comfortable stay. There may be limited storage space when rooms are fully occupied. Most of the rooms are located on the second floor of the main hotel building (there is no lift) and there are a further four rooms in an annex to the rear of the building.

Twin and Double rooms Sleeps 2 - 3 people Full Board Accommodation Main hotel building

THE DAVVI ARCTIC STAR SWEDISH KARESUANDO Situated on the outskirts of Swedish

The rooms are relatively simple and cosy,

Karesuando, the Davvi Arctic Star Hotel is

whilst the hotel boasts a good range of

a modern and friendly hotel. A 20-minute

facilities, including a bar and restaurant

walk from the Finnish border, the location

that offers hearty local dishes. The Davvi

feels genuinely remote and offers superb

Arctic Star Hotel is in a good location to

views over both a lake and the Muonio

explore Karesuando by foot, dropping

river.

in at Sweden’s most northerly church,

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Concise and cosy

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Tea & coffee making facilities

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Ensuite with shower

FIKA ROOM (STANDARD) The Fika rooms are basic and contain all the things required for your Arctic break. All rooms are en-suite with shower. The main hotel building contains sixteen of these rooms, split over two floors. Please note that when at full occupancy, space in some of the rooms can be limited.

visiting the local museum and crossing 2019

regularly between Sweden and Finland.

It also offers the chance to follow in some very famous footsteps, as the Dalai Lama stayed at what is now the Davvi Arctic Star on a visit to Lapland.

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›› RESTAURANT

›› BAR LOUNGE

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›› | UNIQUE RESORTS

KILPISJARVI Perched at the northernmost tip of Finnish Lapland, Kilpisjarvi is a remote village steeped in time-old legends and epic sagas. Once home to roaming giants who forged the landscape in their fearless pursuits, this bewildering place is now the perfect location from which to embark on a search for the Aurora. ›› LEGENDARY BEGINNINGS

surrounding the lake formed by

The story of Kilpis begins long ago

Malla’s tears, establishing the

when giants roamed the lands.

name: Kilpisjarvi.

The sullen giant Saana fell in love with the beautiful giant Malla.

›› THE SAANA FELL

Another giant, Paltsa, was jealous

Today, the Saana Fell dominates

of the match and wished to marry

the skyline of the area, and

Malla himself. Wanting to stop

is an iconic landmark of all

the match, Paltsa called upon

Finland, being the largest fell

three witches of Lapland who

in the country. The Saana Fell

summonsed stormy winds and the

sits at the start of an impressive

area began to fill with ice. Saana,

chain of mountains as you

sullen and surly as ever, was the

head northwards into Norway:

first to freeze. Malla, having seen

the Lyngen Alps. This stunning

Saana been frozen, began to cry.

landscape is unique in Finland – Kilpisjarvi is the country’s only

She shed tears which ran and

mountainous resort. So far north,

formed a lake – a ‘jarvi’. As the

the area is located on the ‘tree

tears ran and the lake formed,

line’, so very few trees grow

the icy storms continued. Malla

beyond this point.

succumbed to the same fate as Saana: they were frozen by

This, along with the towering

the winds.

mountain peaks and the stillness of the lakes below, only add to

Now, Saana and Malla had been

the area’s magical intrigue.

frozen in time and immortalised forever in the Fells of Kilpis

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›› | UNIQUE RESORTS

Twin apartments Sleeps 2 - 4 people Full Board Accommodation 5 minute walk from restaurant •

Lounge area

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Bathroom with shower

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TV

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Sauna

APARTMENTS The timber-built apartments are just a short walk away from the restaurant where meals are taken. Each apartment has up to four beds and features its own sauna and television (local channels only). There is an open-plan kitchen and living room area downstairs with utensils and coffee maker.

2 bedrooms Sleeps 2 - 6 people Full Board Accommodation 5 minute walk from restaurant •

Lounge area

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Bathroom with shower

•

Sauna

MALLA CABINS The Malla cabins consist of two separate bedrooms and a spacious loft area – an ideal family accommodation option for up to six people. As well as a private sauna, kitchen and living room space, some of the cabins are also equipped with a soapstone fireplace around which you can relax and unwind.

TUNDREA

NEW FOR ARCTIC SPIRIT 2020!

3-4 bedrooms Sleeps 2 - 8 people

KILPISJARVI

Full Board Accommodation 5 minute walk from restaurant •

Lounge area

see your hands in front of you. If being in

•

Bathroom with shower

and log cabins on the banks of Lake

a real-life snow globe doesn’t sound fun,

•

Sauna

Kilpis. Here, in Kilpisjarvi, the landscape is

then maybe you’d like to curl up with a

awesome and nature commands respect

mug of gloggi by the fire in your cabin?

– a sudden snowstorm may sweep from

Tundrea offers three types of apartment

the mountains and leave you unable to

or cabin, each with differing features.

Tundrea is a collection of apartments

SAANA CABIN The Saana cabins are the premium offering at Tundrea, featuring space for large families as well as modern comforts in the Arctic wilderness. With room to sleep up to eight people, the Saana cabins are split into two floors, with the upper floor leading out on to a balcony giving views of the Arctic tundra and, if luck permits, maybe the Northern Lights too! Each cabin has its own sauna.

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›› | ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2019-2020

OUR TOURS Deep in the Arctic Circle, in the far north of Finnish and Swedish Lapland, we have curated a range of spectacular holidays capturing the true spirit of the destination.

OUR

Carefully designed to showcase the very best of this magical region, our tours are located amidst a vast snowcovered landscape of ancient fells, frozen lakes and tranquil forests. Whether you have just three nights or a whole week to spare, our collection offers the chance to indulge in a huge selection of exhilarating activities.

ARCTIC

›› FESTIVE LIGHTS A short break during the Christmas period in search of the captivating Northern Lights. – Page 30 ›› NORTHERN LIGHTS Our most popular tour running from January to March in

SPIRIT

search of the fabled Aurora Borealis. – Page 32 ›› AURORA HUNTER A leisurely 7-night break, extending your chances of glimpsing the Northern Lights. – Page 34 ›› HUSKY SLED ADVENTURER

TOURS

A 3 or 4 night break for those looking to spend an extended time on the husky experience. – Page 36 ›› SNOWMOBILE VOYAGER A 3 or 4 night break that allows you to experience a full day snowmobiling. – Page 38 ›› SIMPLY ARCTIC A 3, 4 or 7 night break comprising of the basics, and allows you to create your own break. – Page 40

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›› | ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2019-2020 CHASE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS ON SNOWMOBILES

ENJOY A MEETING WITH OUR REINDEER.

FESTIVE LIGHTS 3 & 4 NIGHT BREAKS NOVEMBER - DECEMBER 2019

THE AURORA BOREALIS MAY ILLUMINATE YOUR FESTIVE BREAK

›› CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN As twinkling lights start to adorn windows and trees, so the Christmas countdown begins. On your three or four-night break, absorb the pristine snow-covered landscapes and Lapland’s laid-back atmosphere. ›› MAGICAL LIGHTS Nothing could herald the festive season more majestically than witnessing nature’s most magical light display in the

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

heart of True Lapland. Our Christmas adventure takes you

›› Full-board accommodation at the Davvi Arctic Star

in search of the mesmerising Northern Lights, a colourful

›› Return flights with 18kg luggage

spectacle illuminating the clear Arctic night sky.

›› In-flight meals

›› THRILL SEEKING ACTIVITIES

›› Airport transfers

Each break includes three quintessential Lapland activities

›› Northern Lights snowmobile safari (2hrs)

- be immersed in the local Sami culture with an introduction

›› Reindeer Camp (2hrs)

to reindeer herding, followed by a gentle sleigh ride.

›› Call of the Wild husky safari (1hr)

Dash across the frozen tundra aboard a sledge pulled

›› Loan of thermal suits and boots

by a team of huskies and venture into the night on an

›› All taxes and government air passenger duty

exhilarating snowmobile safari, hopefully witnessing your own unforgettable Aurora Borealis performance.

£ 30

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›› | ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2019-2020 TRAVEL ACROSS A FROZEN LAKE FROM OUR REINDEER CAMP

EXPLORE THE ARCTIC SURROUNDINGS ON A SNOWMOBILE.

NORTHERN LIGHTS 3 & 4 NIGHT BREAKS JANUARY - MARCH 2020

TRAVERSE THE ARCTIC TUNDRA BY HUSKY SLED

›› JOIN THE SEARCH Join the search for the Aurora Borealis on our three or fournight short breaks running from January – March when the nights are longer and darker. ›› MESMERISING LIGHTS Venture into the night on two excursions, seeking the

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Northern Lights by snowmobile and on a guided forest walk, accompanied by a magical anticipation that the sky will

›› Full-board hotel accommodation

come alive for you and that the Northern Lights will paint

›› Return flights with 18kg luggage

the sky and their unique palette of colour.

›› Airport transfers ›› INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

›› Northern Lights snowmobile safari (2hrs)

A selection of included activities lets you experience the

›› Reindeer Camp (2hrs)

wonders of this pristine Arctic Wilderness. Be guided across

›› Call of the Wild husky safari (1hr)

frozen rivers on a husky-drawn sled, take a gentler view of your surroundings from a sleigh pulled by reindeer and, if

›› Northern Lights forest trek (approx. 1hr)

you are staying for four nights, enjoy an introduction to the

›› Snowshoe introduction (2hrs, 4-night stay only)

world of snowshoeing which is a unique way of traversing

›› Loan of thermal suits and boots

the crisp white landscape.

›› Government Air Passenger Duty

£ 32

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›› | ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2019-2020 MUSH HUSKIES THROUGH THE SNOW

ENJOY A MEETING WITH OUR REINDEER

AURORA HUNTER 7 NIGHT BREAKS JANUARY - MARCH 2020

SNOWSHOE THROUGH THE UNCHARTED TERRAIN

›› THE MAGICAL AURORA Lapland is a captivating destination that will enthral you with its unspoiled beauty, indigenous Sami culture, exhilarating activities and the incredible Aurora Borealis. ›› EXPERIENCE THE SAMI CULTURE Mush a team of huskies on a thrilling sled ride across the icy tundra, learn about reindeer herding and enjoy an insight

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

into the colourful local culture with a visit to the

›› Full-board hotel accommodation

Sami Museum.

›› Return flights with 18kg luggage ›› Airport transfers

›› 6 EXCURSION ACTIVITIES Our spectacular seven-night itinerary showcases every

›› Call of the Wild husky safari (1hr)

element of this beautiful winter landscape and offers

›› Reindeer Camp (2hrs)

plenty of opportunities to search for the fabled Northern

›› Sami Museum (half-day)

Lights, which frequently decorate the night sky with

›› Northern Lights snowmobile safari (2hrs)

a kaleidoscope of colour. Venture into the night on a

›› Northern Lights forest trek (approx. 1hr)

snowmobile safari, crossing frozen lakes to reach the best Northern Lights vantage points. Enjoy a guided forest trek to

›› Snowshoe introduction (2hrs)

a wilderness viewpoint, hoping to catch your own magical

›› Loan of thermal suits and boots

Aurora performance.

›› All taxes and government air passenger duty

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS Why not add a night in a glass cabin to your Aurora Hunter tour? Lie back and watch the Northern Lights dance overhead. See page 44 for more details.

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›› | ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2019-2020 A VERY SPECIAL MEET AND GREET!

CAPTURE THE CAPTIVATING NORTHERN LIGHTS

HUSKY SLED ADVENTURER 3 & 4 NIGHT BREAKS JANUARY - MARCH 2020

ENJOY YOUR FULL DAY HUSKY ADVENTURE!

›› THE MAJESTIC SCENERY There could not be a more iconic way to explore the majestic scenery of Lapland than with a team of energetic four-legged guides. Choose from a three or four-night relaxing break in Karesuando, a charming village surrounded by spectacular Arctic scenery of icy fells, frozen

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

rivers and snow-capped forests – a wonderful backdrop for your husky sled adventure.

›› Full-board hotel accommodation

›› 2 INCLUDED EXCURSIONS

›› Return flights with 18kg luggage

Your two included excursions allow opportunity to befriend

›› Airport transfers

these energetic animals and experience the excitement

›› Northern Lights husky safari (2hrs)

of ‘mushing’. Take turns to ride or drive your own team of

›› Husky Adventure (full day - including travel time)

husky dogs across the tundra. On the full day excursion, your eager team will bound through the wilderness,

›› Loan of thermal suits and boots

stopping at a picturesque lunch spot. Also enjoy the rush of

›› Government Air Passenger Duty

your sled over the snow as you seek the Northern Lights on

TOUR REQUIREME NTS:

a night safari.

- Aged 12 and over to participate in the excursion - Aged 18 and over to ‘mush’ a husky team - Based on 2 people to a sled.

MOBILITY INFORMATION Please be aware that a general state of fitness is needed to enjoy this tour. If you are in doubt, please speak to our sales team who can provide further information.

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›› | ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2019-2020 TRAVEL IN CONVOY ON A SNOWMOBILE

CAPTURE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

BY SNOWMOBILE

SNOWMOBILE VOYAGER 3 & 4 NIGHT BREAKS JANUARY - MARCH 2020

TRY YOUR HAND AT ICE FISHING ON THE FROZEN LAKE

›› FROZEN WILDERNESS Lapland’s vast frozen wilderness is the perfect playground for an exhilarating snowmobile adventure. Our three or four-night short breaks in Lapland’s far north are dedicated to the thrills of rushing over Arctic terrain by snowmobile, ideal for those wanting to master their driving skills.

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

›› INCLUDED EXCURSIONS

›› Full-board hotel accommodation

Race through the crisp air along a frozen river on a full day

›› Return flights with 18kg luggage

excursion exploring Lapland’s pristine scenery of ice lakes

›› Airport transfers

and fells, teeming with majestic forests, home to Arctic hare and reindeer. Perhaps try your hand at ice fishing or

›› Northern Lights snowmobile safari (2hrs)

snowshoeing along the way. Head out into the crisp night

›› Ice fishing and Snowshoe session

air on a two-hour magical snowmobile safari, traversing

›› Snowmobile adventure (full day)

the frozen tundra to a vantage point where you may have

›› Loan of thermal suits and boots

the fortune to be dazzled by the fabled Northern Lights

›› Government Air Passenger Duty

dancing in the star-studded sky.

TOUR REQUIREME NTS: - Aged 15 and over to participate on this tour - A valid driving licence is required to drive a snowmobile - Based on 2 people to a snowmobile

£ 38

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›› | ARCTIC SPIRIT TOURS 2019-2020 ADD AN EXCITING HUSKY TOUR TO YOUR HOLIDAY

KICK BACK AND RELAX IN THE COMFY HOTEL LOUNGE

SIMPLY ARCTIC 3,4 & 7 NIGHT BREAKS JANUARY - MARCH 2020

EXPLORE THE ARCTIC SURROUNDINGS

›› JUST THE ESSENTIALS! Our Simply Arctic package is trimmed down, giving you a value-for-money basis on which to visit the Arctic Circle in the Northern Lights season of the snowy winter months.

Your package will include flights, transfers and full-board accommodation, as well as loan of thermal suits and boots. ›› SUIT YOURSELF!

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

You can choose to spend your time just exploring around your hotel and admiring the snowscapes that spread out

›› Full-board hotel accommodation

towards the wilderness. Or you can browse through our exciting range of optional excursions and decide which

›› Return flights with 18kg luggage

you would like to add to your Simply Arctic break.

›› Airport transfers ›› Loan of thermal suits and boots ›› Government Air Passenger Duty

OPTI ONA L EXC UR SI ON S: Please see pages 42 - 47 to view optional excursions you can add to your holiday.

£ 40

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›› | OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

OUR OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

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OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS Your tour may include some fantastic adventures in the Arctic Circle. Should you wish to be further immersed into the charms of Lapland and create even more memories to last a lifetime, we offer a range of additional excursions to enjoy during your stay. Bore a hole into the ice and try to catch a fish, visit the famous Ice Hotel in Jukkasjarvi or spend a night in an authentic hand-built igloo. What’s more, the Northern Lights excursions give you a better chance of witnessing this phenomenon.

Whilst these activities can also be booked in resort, places are limited so we recommend booking before you depart.

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›› | OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

NEW FOR 2020

›› CROSS-COUNTRY SKI SCHOOL & TOUR

Lapland’s snow laden landscapes offer the ideal playground

AVAILABLE IN

›› REINDEER RESERVE GLASS CABIN

AVAILABLE IN KARESUANDO ONLY

in which to master a new skill. Find your cross-country ski legs

KARESUANDO & KILPISJARVI

A room with a view – and what a view it is! Lie back in the bed of your very own glass igloo and

with an introductory tuition session before venturing out for a ski

gaze up to the Arctic skies in the hope of witnessing the fabled Aurora Borealis. Your glass cabin is

excursion. This gentle way of travelling offers the perfect pace

one of only four in a remotely located reindeer reserve on the Northern Lights Route, set around

to combine healthy exercise with admiring the scenery of this

a frozen lake and at the foot of a majestic fell.

spectacular frozen wilderness.

£360 PER PERSON

MUST BE BOOKED PRIOR TO DEPARTURE

DURATION: OVERNIGHT

SELECTED DATES JANUARY - MARCH 2020

£75 PER PERSON

REQUIRES A MINIMUM 2 GUESTS

DURATION: 2 HOURS

NOVEMBER 2019 - MARCH 2020

AVAILABLE IN

›› ICE FISHING BY SNOWMOBILE*

KARESUANDO & KILPISJARVI

Traversing across the icy Arctic tundra by snowmobile, you will take an exhilarating journey to a frozen lake where you can try your hand at traditional ice fishing. After drilling a hole in the thick ice, you will set your line and - with luck - maybe catch your own lunch. A memory to take home and reel out for years to come!

£110 PER PERSON DURATION: 2 HOURS

NOVEMBER 2019 - MARCH 2020

AVAILABLE IN

›› REINDEER CAMP & SLEIGH SAFARI

KARESUANDO ONLY

Reindeer are an icon of Lapland, and our excursion offers a wonderful opportunity to discover more about these gentle, friendly creatures. Enjoy a close encounter learning about herding and even how to lasso a reindeer! Next, climb aboard a traditional wooden sleigh; gently drawn by reindeer, you will glide quietly over a frozen lake.

£110 PER PERSON DURATION: 2 HOURS

NOVEMBER 2019 - MARCH 2020

AVAILABLE IN

›› SNOW VILLAGE TOUR / ICE HOTEL

KARESUANDO ONLY

Re-created and re-imagined each year, the Ice Hotel is an iconic and unmissable destination in Swedish Lapland. Chiselled and carved from thick ice harvested from the adjacent Torne River, the hotel is a masterpiece of construction. Incredible pieces of ice artwork and sculptures adorn the uniquely themed suites.

(Available on selected dates only).

£120 PER PERSON DURATION: HALF DAY

JANUARY - MARCH 2020

*A €980 excess would be payable for any snowmobile damage. A single rider supplement may be available on selected dates.

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›› | OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

›› SNOWSHOE INTRODUCTION

AVAILABLE IN

›› FELL VIEWPOINT SNOWMOBILE SAFARI*

KARESUANDO AND KILPISJARVI

AVAILABLE IN KARESUANDO ONLY

Follow in the footsteps of the locals with an introduction to

A snowmobile safari is the most breathtaking way to uncover the

snowshoeing, a practical means of traversing the snow-laden

scenic secrets of Lapland’s wilderness, and our 2-hour excursion

winter terrain. A short, fun tuition session will equip you with the

does not disappoint. Dashing across the icy tundra, through

skills for a brief excursion into the spectacular wilderness. Pad

forests and over frozen lakes, you will climb to a vantage point

gently into the peaceful forests, perhaps spotting the tracks of

atop a snow-capped fell where panoramic views abound. Based

Arctic hare, as you explore at a leisurely pace.

on two adults sharing a snowmobile.

£65 PER PERSON DURATION: 2 HOURS

›› NORTHERN LIGHTS SNOWMOBILE SAFARI*

£130 PER PERSON

NOVEMBER 2019 - MARCH 2020

AVAILABLE IN KARESUANDO AND KILPISJARVI

DURATION: 2 HOURS

JANUARY - MARCH 2020

AVAILABLE IN

›› SNOW IGLOO INTERLUDE

KARESUANDO ONLY

This safari showcases the magic of Lapland after dark. Traversing

For a quintessential Lapland experience, exchange your hotel

across the Arctic tundra and through the majestic silent forests,

room for an icy igloo. Despite the Arctic temperatures, your

you will seek the mystical Aurora Borealis. Venturing deep into

frozen accommodation is surprisingly warm and cosy - the

the wilderness, you will hopefully be rewarded by a display of the

bed made of snow and ice is beautifully insulated by warming

magnificent kaleidoscopic colours of the Northern Lights.

reindeer hides. The night is totally silent beneath the starlit skies as you settle down for a memorable night’s sleep.

£120 PER PERSON DURATION: 2 HOURS

£120 PER PERSON

NOVEMBER 2019 - MARCH 2020

DURATION: OVERNIGHT

NOVEMBER 2019 - MARCH 2020

AVAILABLE IN

AVAILABLE IN

›› NORTHERN LIGHTS HUSKY SAFARI

›› ARCTIC FATBIKING

KARESUANDO ONLY

KILPISJARVI ONLY

Under the Arctic night sky, join your team of husky dogs who will

Would you like to learn a new way to tame the snowfields of

lead you on a wonderful quest to seek the magical Northern

Kilpisjärvi? Fatbike is a modified bicycle suited especially for

Lights. Bounding effortlessly through majestic forests and over

snowy conditions. As the name implies, the fatter-than-usual tires

snow glazed tundra, the huskies will lead you through the

are easy to manoeuvre on snow. Some level of fitness is required.

nocturnal wilderness. And, with luck, the elusive Aurora Borealis will paint the sky with their beguiling palette of colour.

£120 PER PERSON DURATION: 1.5 HOURS

NOVEMBER 2019 - MARCH 2020

AVAILABLE IN

›› CALL OF THE WILD HUSKY SAFARI

KARESUANDO ONLY

NEW FOR 2020

£80 PER PERSON DURATION: 2 HOURS

JANUARY - MARCH 2020

AVAILABLE IN

›› THREE BORDERS BY SNOWMOBILE*

KILPISJARVI ONLY

Traverse the Arctic tundra aboard a sleigh eagerly led by a team

This renowned snowmobile safari is the ultimate way to tour the

of spry huskies, mushing the dogs yourself. This is an unmissable

Nordics: see three countries in less than a minute! The safari starts

experience and an unforgettable way in which to uncover

at Kilpisjarvi and you drive your snowmobile over frozen lakes

the delights of Lapland’s true wilderness. Frozen lakes, icy fells

to the most peaceful border in the world – that where Finland,

and snow dappled forests create a beautiful backdrop for this

Sweden and Norway meet.

exhilarating journey.

£100 PER PERSON DURATION: 1 HOUR

NOVEMBER 2019 - MARCH 2020

£150 PER PERSON DURATION: 3 HOURS

JANUARY - MARCH 2020

NEW FOR 2020

*A €980 excess would be payable for any snowmobile damage. A single rider supplement may be available on selected dates.

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›› | ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

WHAT TO WEAR IN LAPLAND True Lapland is a wonderful, authentic wilderness location. But please keep in mind that when it comes to visiting, you are flying deep into the Arctic Circle in the height of winter when weather conditions can at times be adverse and temperatures often reach -35C. Our experts give you their tried and tested advice

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from years spent experiencing the wonders of True Lapland. Here are eleven essentials on Transun’s list:

01 THERMAL HAT

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Essential for keeping your head warm while outside.

This acts as a base layer to ensure you trap in all the necessary heat you need while being outside.

02 WATERPROOF GLOVES Important for the snowmobile and husky rides as your hands do get cold on these excursions.

03 SCARF OR SNOOD Perfect for covering your neck and face during excursions.

04 THERMAL SOCKS Protect your feet from the cold. We recommend to wear 2-3 pairs at one time during excursions

05 BALACLAVA To protect you against high winds when on excursions.

PROVIDED

06 SNOW BOOTS

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08 THERMAL LEGGINGS These act as a base layer to ensure you trap in all the necessary heat you need while being outside.

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PROVIDED

09 THERMAL SUIT

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This is provided for you and kept for the duration of your stay.

10 2 -3 UNDER LAYERS

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These go on top of your thermal layers and we recommend wearing 2-3 layers at one time.

11 SNOW GOGGLES

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Recommended for snowmobile and husky excursions.

These are provided for you and kept for the duration of your stay.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ›› WHAT DO I NEED TO CONSIDER AND KNOW BEFORE I BOOK? Are the tours suitable for children? Due to the extreme weather conditions in Lapland, we generally don’t recommend the tours in our Arctic Spirit collection for children under the age of twelve since a great deal of time will be spent outdoors in Arctic conditions.

Is the trip suitable for disabled, pregnant or elderly visitors?

It is imperative that you speak to a member of our team on 01865 265200 prior to booking. We cannot provide any special assistance or care and we cannot guarantee specially-made vehicles. In addition, we do not generally recommend our trips in the Arctic Circle for wheelchair users given that we operate in very remote, wilderness locations where snow can be up to four feet deep and paths are not always cleared, making the terrain difficult to traverse. Plus, not all of the activities would be accessible as some require travelling through the snow to get to. With regards to those who are pregnant, our snowmobile and husky safaris would not be suitable due to the vibrations of uneven tracks and the exhaust fumes of the snowmobiles, and you should always consult a doctor before travelling.

Are we guaranteed to be on the excursion for the specified amount of time? Lengths can sometimes vary dependent on weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control. The durations given in the brochure are approximate. The duration of the activity includes safety briefings. Transfer times to the activity sites can vary.

Can I book optional activities in resort? Yes, but places are limited so we recommend that you do this at the time of booking or as soon as possible before travel. Please note that glass cabins must be booked at least 3 days prior to departure. All activities are subject to availability. Please note that all excursions are non-refundable and non transferable.

Transun accepts no responsibility for excursions which are booked through other providers.

What happens to my activities if there is not enough snow or it is extremely cold? All activities are arranged subject to local weather conditions, which are outside of our control. If there are insufficient levels of snow or ice for reliant activities to operate upon the day of participation, then our suppliers will attempt to move all activities to a position where snow is available, adjust tracks accordingly so a modified activity programme can operate or provide alternative activities that are not reliant on snow and ice. Where this happens no refunds will be made. Should temperatures reach an extreme, then modified programmes will operate. We reserve the right to amend or cancel any part of tours or safaris if we or our suppliers consider that conditions are unsafe. These judgements are usually made when the temperature falls below -20°C; a variety of factors may influence decisions. NB: Periods preceding or post extreme weather may be subject to changes in itinerary or operational order.

Can anyone drive a snowmobile? On each of our excursions, there will be two passengers per snowmobile, swapping halfway. Driving a snowmobile in Finland is like driving a car, and similar laws apply. A full valid driving licence is required - please ensure you bring this with you as it must be presented in resort. A damage waiver must be signed before commencing the activity. Credit card copies are taken and a €980 excess is payable for any damage, irrespective of severity, prior to departure from resort. Normal traffic laws apply on snowmobile routes. Safety helmets must be worn at all times. All children 15 and under will travel in a sleigh pulled by the guide’s snowmobile. Children 16 and over can ride as a passenger behind a responsible parent/adult, however this is at the guide’s discretion, their decision being final. Parents or guardians will be required to sign the damage waiver on behalf of any children under the age of 18. (Please note

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this is not a definitive list of instructions and liabilities, further information is available upon request, and will be provided in resort).

Will we get to ‘mush’ our own husky dogs? Guests over 18 years old will have the opportunity to ‘mush’ their own sleds; this is dependent on trail and weather conditions. Guests under 18 years old will travel in a sled. All participants on our husky excursions will be required to sign a Husky Waiver; parents or guardians will sign on behalf of any children under the age of 18. (Please note this is not a definitive list of instructions and liabilities, further information is available upon request, and will be provided at resort).

How easy is it to ‘mush’ a husky team or drive a snowmobile?

‘Mushing’ a dog team is reasonably straightforward and is mastered by most people quickly. A certain degree of physical strength is needed as well as a sense of balance.

All snowmobiles are fully automatic and do not require any expertise or previous experience.

Are there toilet facilities? Due to the natural environment, toilet facilities may not be widely available but temporary or wilderness toilets will be on hand at activity points. We recommend that guests use the facilities in their hotel or other establishments when they are available.

What are the hotel ratings and are they suitable for everyone?

There is no official rating for the properties in Finland or Sweden and therefore you will not find any within our brochure. We have listed all the facilities available within each property to help guide your selection. Where additional beds are provided, these may be sofa or portable beds.

Please note that if accommodation units are filled to their maximum occupancy they may be cramped and storage can be minimal. The operation and supervision of overseas property, transport and other services is subject to local laws, regulations, standards and codes of practice of individual countries. The legal and safety requirements may be of a different standard to that of in the UK and the standards imposed will be that of the country you are visiting, not of the UK. How much snow will there be? Snow falls in Lapland between October and May and it is common to find thick snow cover from November and December. However, it is also possible that there may be a period of warmer weather, especially given the effects of global warming, which may cause the snow and ice to melt before the next snowfall.

How accurate is the brochure? Details within this brochure are correct at the time of going to press. All excursions and itineraries are subject to alteration and withdrawal in response to local conditions, timings and demand. Many of the photographs in our brochure were taken in previous seasons in Karesuando and Hetta. Some photography is for purposes of illustration only. Transun cannot guarantee that the exact scenes will be replicated. We cannot accept any liability for opening times of places of interest during your visit.

Our holidays may also be featured on websites owned and operated by travel agents and other organisations; we have no control over the content of such sites and therefore we cannot accept liability for information contained in them.

›› I’M GETTING READY TO TRAVEL, WHAT INFORMATION WILL I FIND USEFUL?

What clothes should we take? To re-iterate, temperatures can reach as low as -40˚C. It is the responsibility of the guest to bring adequate clothing for this weather. Our largest suit size is a 48” chest or approx. size 20 (women’s UK sizing); our smallest suit size is 34” in height. Our largest shoe size is 12 (UK); our smallest shoe size is 8 (UK child). Should a guest be outside the range of this sizing, they will need to purchase their own winter gear for use in Lapland. Thermal suits and boots should be worn at all times when outdoors in Lapland. Should a guest bring their own thermal suits and boots, the responsibility lies with them to ensure they are suitable for Arctic conditions.

Advice on other clothing to bring is provided in the predeparture information in the ‘My Booking’ section of the website.

What currency should I take? The currency in Finland is the Euro; the currency in Sweden is the Krona. Many hotels and establishments will not accept cash and only accept card payments. The Arctic Star hotel does not accept cash and will only accept card payments. All Transun optional excursions are advertised in Sterling; credit and debit cards are accepted as payment for excursions booked in resort.

Can dietary requirements be catered for? Any dietary requirements must be advised at the time of booking; we will pass this request onto the airline and accommodation where applicable, who will endeavour to fulfil your requirements.

However, given the remoteness of the locations, this cannot be guaranteed and it is recommended that any passengers with a special request carry some supplies of foodstuffs with them.

›› WHAT CAN I EXPECT IN LAPLAND? Will I be safe in Lapland? The local operators are experienced and safety conscious and their equipment complies with local safety standards. However, it must be borne in mind that the activities are authentically Lappish as we are offering the experience of local adventures. To keep safe, you must ensure you follow the instructions of our guides and exercise caution. Keep in mind that the animal rides are traditional and authentic and use untamed animals. Rides are taken at your own risk, although that risk is very small. Parents and guardians are responsible for the supervision of the children in their party at all times. No one should travel without insurance that covers snowmobiling and husky mushing.

What is the food like? Food on all breaks is basic yet warming and plentiful. You should keep in mind that given the remote nature of the location, fresh fruit and vegetables are less plentiful than in the UK. Menus will vary from establishment to establishment. Drinks are not included.

›› OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION Flights: In most cases we charter direct flights on a fast, reliable and comfortable B737, A320/321, or B757. However, flight plans may change before departure and we reserve the right to substitute alternative carriers and/or aircraft types where necessary. Where this situation arises, it is not possible to transfer to another break or cancel without incurring normal cancellation charges (see booking conditions). Airline regulations vary but many will refuse permission to fly for women who will be 28 or more weeks into pregnancy on the date of return travel. Transun operates direct flights but these may occasionally stop to off-load or pick-up clients. A direct flight does not necessarily mean a non-stop flight. It may sometimes be necessary to substitute an intended destination airport with a nearby alternative and we reserve the right to do so. Such a change would be made with passengers’ safety or enjoyment in mind and would not constitute a ‘major change.’ When you make a reservation, you will be issued with provisional flight times on your booking confirmation and informed of the actual flight times on your departure documents once airport runway slots have been confirmed by the airline.

Some airports (namely Norwich and Durham Tees Valley) charge passengers an airport ‘development fee’ which is payable directly to the airport by passengers on departure.

Health & medical care: Finland and Sweden have reciprocal health care agreements with the UK. This entitles you to emergency medical treatment and to prove eligibility for this treatment you only require a British Passport. Non-British nationals should obtain a European Health Insurance card (EHIC). Treatment is available either free of charge or for a standard fee, depending on the municipality. Transfer to medical facilities and all costs incurred are the responsibility of the guest, however staff in resort will endeavour to assist and provide advice. The number for emergency services in Finland is 112. Clients who have special diets or are taking regular drugs for heart conditions, diabetes etc, should ensure that they have ample supply, which should be carried with them at all times as well as required foods.

Passport: A full UK passport which is valid on day of return is necessary to travel to Lapland. Non-British citizens should enquire at the Finnish Embassy on 0207 8386200 or www.finemb.org.uk: see terms and conditions for further information. It is now a requirement for all passengers to submit to Transun in advance of travel full and accurate passport information. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of flight ticket.

Visit www.transun.co.uk for full FAQs.

Will I be able to downhill ski whilst in Lapland? Downhill skiing is not currently available in the wilderness locations where our breaks are set, but there is a chance to try cross-country skiing as an optional excursion.

Will I see the Northern Lights in resort? The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon dependent on a number of natural events combining to produce the appropriate conditions.

All of our hotels are based in optimal locations, however, we cannot guarantee a sighting of the Northern Lights.

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›› | ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

BOOKING TERMS AND CONDITIONS YOUR CONTRACT IS WITH Transun Travel Ltd, a Member of ABTA. 1. Your holiday contract When you make a booking you guarantee that you have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms of these booking conditions. A contract will exist as soon as we issue our confirmation invoice. This contract is made on the terms of these booking conditions, which are governed by English Law, and the jurisdiction of the English Courts. You may however choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you live there and wish to do so.

2. Your financial protection We provide full financial protection for our package holidays, by way of our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 1967. When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive holiday from us you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate. In some cases, where we aren’t able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent (or your credit card issuer where applicable). You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme.

3. ABTA We are a Member of ABTA, membership number V4462. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you ABTA’s scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, go to www.abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com.

4. Your Holiday Price 1) We reserve the right to alter the prices of any of the holidays shown in our brochure. You will be advised of the current price of the holiday that you wish to book before your contract is confirmed. 2) When you make your booking you must pay a deposit of £200 per person. The balance of the price of your travel arrangements must be paid at least 10 weeks before your departure date. If the deposit and/or balance is not paid in time, we shall cancel your travel arrangements. If the balance is not paid in time we shall retain your deposit. Please note that in accordance with Air Navigation Orders in order to qualify for infant status, a child must be under 2 years of age on the date of the return flight. 3) Changes in transportation costs, including the cost of fuel, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports, and foreign currency exchange rates mean that the price of your travel arrangements may change after you have booked. However there will be no change within 30 days of your departure. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges. You will be charged for the amount over and above that, plus an administration charge of £1 per person together with an amount to cover agents’ commission.

If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your travel arrangements, you will have the option of accepting a change to another holiday if we are able to offer one (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid, except for any amendment charges. Should you decide to cancel: i) you must do so within 14 days from the date on your final invoice ii) We will provide a refund of insurance premiums paid to us if you can show that you are unable to transfer or reuse your policy. Please note that travel arrangements are not always purchased in local currency and some apparent changes have no impact on the price of your travel due to contractual and other protection in place.

4) All monies you pay to the travel agent are held by him on behalf and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust at all times. This is subject to the agent’s obligation to pay it to us for so long as we do not fail. If we fail, any money held at that time by the agent, or subsequently accepted from you by him, is and continues to be held on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation to pay that money to us.

5. If You Change Your Booking If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the person who made the booking or your travel agent. You will be asked to pay an administration charge of £25 up to ten weeks prior to departure and £75 between ten weeks and your departure date, and any further cost we incur in making this alteration. Unfortunately, a booking cannot be transferred to another future year.

You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as soon as possible. Note: Certain travel arrangements (particularly flight tickets) may not be changeable after a reservation has been made and any alteration request could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements. All charges are per person, per change. Optional excursions and activities are non-refundable and non-transferable.

6. If You Cancel Your Holiday You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notification from the person who made the booking or your travel agent must be received at our offices. Since we incur costs in cancelling your travel arrangements, you will have to pay cancellation

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charges as follows: Period before departure at which you notify us:

Cancellation charge:

More than 70 days

Deposit only

29-70 days

50% or deposit if greater

15-28 days

75% or deposit if greater

14 days or later

100%

Note: If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges.

7. If We Change or Cancel Your Holiday It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements, but we do plan the arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. Safety and wellbeing are a priority and it may sometimes be necessary to change routes, durations and other aspects of excursions in Lapland given the harsh environment such changes constitute minor changes, and every effort will be made to ensure that excursions go ahead, where possible. Most of these changes will be minor and we will advise you or your travel agent of them at the earliest possible date. We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of clients required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel it. However, we will not cancel your travel arrangements less than 10 weeks before your departure date, except for reasons of force majeure, failure to reach an economic minimum number of passengers on that departure, or failure by you to pay the final balance. If we are unable to provide the booked travel arrangements, you can either have a refund of all monies paid or accept an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value).

In accordance with EU Regulation 2111/2005 we are required to advise you of the actual carrier operating your flight/connecting flight/transfer. Any changes to the actual airline after you have received your tickets will be notified to you as soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a minor change. Other examples of minor changes include alteration of your outward/return flights by less than 12 hours, changes to aircraft type, change of accommodation to another of the same standard. If we make a major change to your holiday, we will inform you or your travel agent as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before your departure. You will have the choice of either accepting the change of arrangements, accepting an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value), or cancelling your booked holiday and receiving a full refund of all monies paid. In all cases, except where the major change arises due to reasons of force majeure, we will pay compensation as detailed:

Our liability, except in cases involving death, injury or illness, shall be limited to the value of your travel arrangements. Our liability will also be limited in accordance with and/or in an identical manner to (a) The contractual terms of the companies that provide the transportation for your travel arrangements. These terms are incorporated into this contract; and (b) Any relevant international convention, for example the Montreal Convention in respect of travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect of the provision of accommodation, which limit the amount of compensation that you can claim for death, injury, delay to passengers and loss, damage and delay to luggage.

We are to be regarded as having all benefit of any limitation of compensation contained in these or any conventions. Under EU Regulation 261/2004 you have rights in some circumstances to refunds and/or compensation from your airline in cases of denied boarding, cancellation or delay to flights. Full details will be publicised at EU airports and available from airlines. However reimbursement in such cases will not automatically entitle you to a refund of your holiday cost from us. Your right to a refund and/or compensation from us is set out in clause 7. If any payments to you are due from us, any payment made to you by the airline will be deducted.

10. Prompt assistance in resort If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed as a result of failures attributable to a third party unconnected with the provision of the services, or as a result of failures due to unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised, or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall, and you suffer an injury or other material loss, we will offer you such prompt assistance as is reasonable in the circumstances.

11. Passport, Visa and Immigration Requirements Your specific passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements are your responsibility and you should confirm these with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements.

Transun Travel Insurance 2019/20 (Valid from 01 April 2019 to 31 March 2020) 12. Medical Problems and Insurance If you or any member of your party has any medical issue or disability which may affect your stay, please provide us with full details before you confirm your booking so that we can advise as to the suitability of your chosen arrangements. We strongly recommend that you have appropriate personal travel insurance in place for all members of your party. You can arrange insurance through us. It is your responsibility to ensure that any insurance you purchase is suitable and adequate for your needs. Travel without adequate personal travel insurance is at your own risk and Transun accepts no liability for clients who are uninsured. Please ensure that you read your policy details fully and take them with you on holiday.

13. Excursions Excursions or other tours that you may choose to book or pay for whilst you are on holiday are not part of your package holiday provided by us. For any excursion or other tour that you book, your contract will be with the operator of the excursion or tour and not with us. We are not responsible for the provision of the excursion or tour or for anything that happens during the course of its provision by the operator.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

DISCLOSURE OF PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITIONS The following is a summary of the insurance rules regarding the disclosure of pre-existing medical conditions. A full copy will be sent to you with your policy wording. These rules apply to you and any travelling companion(s) or anyone your travel arrangements may depend such as a close relative or business associate. You must make a separate disclosure for each Transun trip you book.

The Insured Person will not be covered under Section A - Medical Expenses, Section B - Personal Accident or Section C - Cancellation or Curtailment for any claims arising directly or indirectly from: either A) At the time of taking out this policy: i) Any Pre-existing Medical Condition unless you have contacted the medical helpline on 0844 826 2686 and the Insurer has agreed to provide cover and you have paid the additional premium required. ii) Any Medical Condition that the Insured Person or any other person not necessarily travelling but upon whom travel depends such as a Close Relative has received a terminal prognosis. iii) Any Medical Condition the Insured Person is aware of but which has not had a formal diagnosis. iv) Any Medical Condition for which the Insured Person or any other person not necessarily travelling but upon whom travel depends such as a Close Relative is on a waiting list for or has knowledge of the need for surgery in a hospital. v) Any circumstances the Insured Person is aware of that could reasonably be expected to give rise to a claim on this policy unless the Insured Person has been given the Insurer’s written agreement. or B) At any time: i) Any Medical Condition the Insured Person has in respect of which a Medical Practitioner has advised them not to travel or would have done so had they sought his/her advice. ii) Any surgery, treatment or investigations for which you intend to travel outside your normal country of residence to receive (including any expenses incurred due to the discovery of other Medical Conditions during and/or complications arising from these procedures. iii) Any Medical Condition for which the Insured Person or any other person not necessarily travelling but upon whom travel depends such as a Close Relative is not taking the recommended treatment or prescribed medication as directed by a Medical Practitioner. iv) Pregnancy when you are expected to give birth within two months of the return date of your trip.

Adult 18-65yrs

Child 2-17yrs

Family 2 Adults+ Children

Adult 66-69yrs

Adult 70-75yrs

Day

30

20

60

60

90

2 night

39

29

78

78

117

3/4 night

43

33

86

86

129

7 night

53

43

106

106

159

Transun Travel Insurance 2019/20 (Valid from 01 April 2019 to 31 March 2020) All of the winter adventure activities shown in our Lapland brochure are covered by our personal travel insurance scheme. It is obligatory that when you book you either accept our insurance or you arrange an alternative policy that provides equal or greater cover. If you are not taking the Transun insurance cover you must provide details of an alternative insurance together with the policy number if possible. You must also clearly decline the Transun insurance by completing and signing the statement contained on the booking form. If you do take out the Transun insurance a policy wording will be sent to you with your tour/confirmation invoice. This will include full details of how to make a claim and also how to disclose any pre-existing medical conditions. We reserve the right to refuse passengers to travel should adequate insurance arrangements not be made.

Period before departure at which you are notified by us:

Amount you will receive from us:

56 days or more

NIL

43-55 days

£10pp

22-42 days

£15pp

TRANSUN INSURANCE SCHEDULE OF COVER LIMITS (PER PERSON)

8-21 days

£20pp

0-7 days

£25pp

This is only available for trips arranged and/or operated by us. Our policy is administered by our insurance brokers Campbell Irvine Ltd and the Insurance Company who are both authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

Insurance premiums are non-refundable. Force Majeure: We will not pay you compensation if we have to cancel or change your travel arrangements in any way because of unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control.

These can include, for example, war, riot, industrial dispute, terrorist activity and its consequences, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, adverse weather conditions (including limited snowfall), epidemics and pandemics, unavoidable technical problems with transport, restrictions of Air Traffic Control, sanctions imposed by a state, local, or governmental authority. In the rare event of a flight cancellation, we cannot be responsible for other out of pocket expenses such as overnight hotels, petrol, taxi fees or refreshments.

8. If You Have A Complaint If you have a problem during your holiday, please inform the relevant supplier (e.g. your hotelier) and our resort representative immediately who will endeavour to put things right. If your complaint is not resolved locally, please follow this up within 28 days of your return home by writing to our Customer Services Department at Transun House, 1A Iffley Road, Oxford, United Kingdom OX4 1AS giving your booking reference and all other relevant information. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to fully investigate all matters raised if the complaint is raised after 28 days following your return. Please keep your letter concise and to the point. You should communicate any complaint to the supplier of the services as well as to our representative without delay and complete a report form whilst in resort. If you fail to follow this simple procedure we will have been deprived of the opportunity to investigate and rectify your complaint whilst you were in resort and this may affect your rights under this contract. Please also see clause 3 above on ABTA. Any claim being made for flight disruption under EU261/2004 should be made directly to the airline carrier and not the tour operator; a cancellation of an entire package holiday would not warrant a claim under EU261/2004.

9. Our Liability to You If the contract we have with you is not performed or is improperly performed by us or our suppliers we will pay you appropriate compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of your travel arrangements.

However we will not be liable where any failure in the performance of the contract is due to: you; or a third party unconnected with the provision of the travel arrangements and where the failure is unforeseeable or unavoidable; or unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or an event which we or our suppliers, even with all due care, could not foresee or forestall. In respect to airport car parking, airport lounges, airport hotels, and foreign currency exchange we act as an agent only, and your contract is with the principle supplier.

A schedule of the cover provided is shown below. It does not however contain all the conditions and exclusions but a full policy wording will be sent via email upon booking.

SECTION

COVER

LIMIT

A

B C D

E

F

Medical Expenses In Patient Benefit Criminal Injuries Additional Mountain Rescue Personal Liability Personal Accident Cancellation or Curtailment Delayed Departure or Arrival Cancellation due to Delayed Departure Hi-jack of Aircraft Interruption of Transport Personal Effects Money Tickets Passport and Visas Temporary Loss of Baggage Legal Expenses

£10,000,000 £200 £5,000 £2,000 £2,000,000 £25,000 £5,000 £100 £2,000 £3,000 £300 £2,000 £500 £1,000 £250 £100 £25,000

EXCESS £70 Nil Nil £70 £250 Nil £70 Nil Nil Nil Nil £70 £70 £70 £70 Nil £250

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office produces up-to-date travel information to help British travellers to make informed decisions about travelling abroad. For further information please visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/ Alternatively, you can contact ABTA’s Go Travel Consumer Helpline on 0203 1170599.

a) Any respiratory condition (relating to the lungs or breathing), heart condition, stroke, Crohn’s disease, epilepsy, allergy, or cancer for which you (or any other person not necessarily travelling but upon whom travel depends such as a Close Relative) have ever received treatment (including surgery, tests or investigations by your doctor or a consultant/specialist or prescribed drugs medication). b) Any Medical Condition for which you (or any other person not necessarily travelling but upon whom travel depends such as a Close Relative) have received surgery, in-patient treatment or investigations in a hospital or clinic within the last twelve months or taking prescribed drugs or medication.

COVER IS EXCLUDED FOR ANY DEFINED PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITION. IF IN DOUBT PLEASE CALL OUR MEDICAL SCREENING HELPLINE IN CONFIDENCE ON TELEPHONE NO: 0844 826 2686 The medical screening helpline may be contacted between 09.00 and 17.00 Monday to Friday and 10.00 to 16.00 on Saturdays. The medical screening helpline is optional for those persons wishing to establish if additional cover may be offered to include Pre- Existing Medical Conditions. You will be asked for your personal and travel details. Please have your individual policy number to hand if known. You will be advised whether the Pre-Existing Medical Condition may be covered, an optional additional premium may be quoted and whether any amendments will be made to the policy terms and conditions. If terms can be provided for the condition and you elect to take up the offer of the additional cover, you will be given a medical screening reference number and a letter will be sent to you upon receipt of payment. Any additional premiums must be paid directly to the medical screening company and not the company you are arranging your travel insurance with.

Should you not wish to take advantage of the optional terms quoted by the medical helpline, cover for the Medical Condition in question will be excluded.

If there is a change to your health which arises between the date of purchasing the policy and the planned date of departure please contact the medical screening helpline for further advice, in order to establish if the change in your health will affect your cover under this insurance.

There is no cancellation or curtailment cover for a Pre-Existing Medical Condition of persons not necessarily travelling but upon whom travel depends, such as a Close Relative, unless disclosed to the medical screening helpline and additional cover agreed.

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›› | DATES & DEPARTURES

DATES & DEPARTURES

DATES & DEPARTURES

TOURS FROM NOVEMBER TO DECEMBER 2019

TOURS FROM JANUARY TO MARCH 2020

DATE

DEPARTS

NIGHTS

FESTIVE LIGHTS (FROM)

DATE

DEPARTS

NIGHTS

NORTHERN LIGHTS (FROM)

HUSKY SLED ADVENTURER (FROM)

SNOWMOBILE VOYAGER (FROM)

SIMPLY ARCTIC (FROM)

Fri 22 Nov 19

Bristol

3

£869

Thu 2 Jan 20

London Gatwick

3

£859

£919

£919

£659

Mon 25 Nov 19

Stansted

4

£909

Sun 5 Jan 20

Manchester

4

£859

£939

£939

£659

Fri 29 Nov 19

Humberside

3

£869

Thur 9 Jan 20

East Midlands

3

£799

£859

£859

£599

Mon 2 Dec 19

Belfast

4

£909

Sun 26 Jan 20

Isle of Man*

4

£859

£939

£939

£859

Fri 6 Dec 19

Bournemouth

3

£869

Sun 26 Jan 20

Newcastle

4

£859

£939

£939

£859

Mon 9 Dec 19

Newcastle

4

£909

Thu 30 Jan 20

Bournemouth

3

£819

£879

£879

£819

Tue 10 Dec 19

London Gatwick

3

£869

Sun 2 Feb 20

London Gatwick

4

£929

£1,009

£1,009

£929

Fri 13 Dec 19

Glasgow

3

£869

Thu 6 Feb 20

Leeds Bradford

3

£899

£959

£959

£899

Fri 13 Dec 19

Doncaster

3

£869

Sun 16 Feb 20

Birmingham

4

£999

-

-

-

3

£899

£959

£959

£699

Mon 16 Dec 19

Birmingham

4

£909

Thu 20 Feb 20

Norwich

Fri 20 Dec 19

Bristol

3

£869

Sun 23 Feb 20

Bristol

4

£929

£1,009

£1,009

£729

Fri 20 Dec 19

London Gatwick*

3

£869

Thu 27 Feb 20

Doncaster

3

£899

£959

£959

£699

Mon 23 Dec 19

Birmingham

4

£1,149

Sun 8 Mar 20

Exeter*

4

£839

£919

£919

£639

Fri 27 Dec 19

Bristol

3

£999

Sun 8 Mar 20

Humberside

4

£839

£919

£919

£639

Mon 30 Dec 19

Birmingham

3

£1,099

Thu 12 Mar 20

Manchester

3

£819

£879

£879

£619

Sun 15 Mar 20

Isle of Man*

4

£829

£879

£879

£599

Sun 15 Mar 20

Aberdeen

4

£799

£879

£879

£599

TOUCH DOWN INFORMATION An airport which has an asterisk (*) denotes a departure which has a collection or drop-off of other passengers at a UK airport en-route. On the outbound flight, passengers stay on the aircraft (usually around 30 minutes) whilst other passengers board. On the return flight, you

†

† An airport development fee of £10 per person is payable at Norwich Airport

WHY NOT EXTEND TO OUR 7 NIGHT TOURS?

may have to go through passport control once arriving in the UK, but your luggage stays on DATE

DEPARTS

NIGHTS

AURORA HUNTER (FROM)

SIMPLY ARCTIC (FROM)

Sun 12 Jan 20

Birmingham*

7

£1,149

£909

OUR BROCHURE PRICES

Sun 12 Jan 20

Newcastle

7

£1,149

£909

Sun 19 Jan 20

Bournemouth*

7

£1,149

£909

Prices for our tours are based on a minimum of two people sharing the lead-in room type.

Sun 19 Jan 20

Leeds Bradford

7

£1,149

£909

Sun 9 Feb 20

London Gatwick*

7

£1,199

£909

Sun 9 Feb 20

Doncaster

7

£1,199

£909

Sun 1 Mar 20

Bristol*

7

£1,199

£909

Sun 1 Mar 20

East Midlands

7

£1,199

£909

the aircraft and you should not need to check-in again.

A variety of accommodation types are available at ranging prices, including traditional log cabins. Date restrictions, terms and conditions apply to our special offers. Prices are correct at time of going to press. Please visit www.transun.co.uk or call one of our Travel Specialists on 01865 265200 for up to date availability and pricing. A travel deposit of £200 per person is required to confirm a booking.

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